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Incinerator decision "overdue"

The Welsh Government must announce their “overdue” decision on the incinerator at Barry Docks – South Wales Central AM Andrew RT Davies has said.

In a letter to Mr Davies – First Minister Carwyn Jones claimed he “anticipated” a decision whether an Environmental Impact Assessment should be carried out on the plant would be made by the end of November 2018.

It followed a statement in March by Minister for the Environment Hannah Blythyn – in which she said she was “minded to” insist on an EIA as part of the latest planning application on the site.

Mr Davies – who initially praised the Welsh Government for their stance on the EIA – said the situation has gone on far too long – and has called for an immediate decision.

He has submitted a Written Assembly Question to the First Minister – and has asked the First Minister to confirm if a decision has been taken.

In a separate question to Ms Blythyn – he has asked her to confirm the outcome of her decision.

Mr Davies said, “It is now getting to a stage where this decision is dragging on and on – and that is unacceptable for local residents.

“The Minister rightly took credit when she confirmed she was minded to insist on an EIA being carried out – but 8 months down the line we still don’t know if this will happen.

“The First Minister provided a deadline of the end of November – and this has now passed. The Welsh Government must be proactive, keep their promises and deliver a decision as soon as possible.”

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